SUV/MPV market is growing at a tremendous pace in the country. Considering high demand of 6/7-seater models, several car manufacturers have planned new products across different price range. Here’re key details of the top 12 upcoming new 7-seater SUVs and MPVs (family cars).
Hyundai Stargazer
Hyundai’s new Stargazer MPV recently introduced in the Indonesia. While there is no official word on its India launch, the model is likely to make its way to India sometime next year. Here, the new Hyundai MPV will take on the Kia Carens and Maruti Suzuki XL6. In Indonesia, the Hyundai Stargazer has been offered in four variants – Active, Trend, Style and Prime. For power, the MPV uses a 115bhp, 1.5L MPI petrol engine and two gearbox options – a 6-speed manual and an IVT automatic gearbox options. In terms of features, the Hyundai Stargazer offers ADAS (advanced driver assistance system), Bose premium audio system, BlueLink connected car tech, electronic parking brake with auto hold and adaptive cruise control. More details here…
Maruti 7-Seater SUV
If reports are to be believed, Maruti Suzuki is planning to foray into the 7-seater SUV space with a new model in coming years. It will be the most expensive SUV from the Indo-Japanese automaker and sold via its premium Nexa dealership network. Codenamed Y17, the new Maruti 7-seater SUV might share its platform with the soon-to-be-launched Grand Vitara – i.e. Global C-platform. Under the hood, the model might feature the 1.5L K15C dualjet petrol engine and Toyota’s 1.5L TNGA Atkison petrol strong hybrid powertrain. The SUV could be offered in 6 and 7-seater seating configurations More details here…
Toyota C-Segment MPV
Toyota and Suzuki are reportedly co-developing a new C-segment MPV for the Indian market. In terms of price and positioning, the new Toyota 7-seater MPV will sit between the Innova Crysta and Ertiga. It’s reported to be designed on the monocoque platform and come with the mild hybrid and electric powertrain options. More details here…
Toyota Rumion MPV
The Japanese automaker has already trademarked the Toyota Rumion nameplate in India. It’s likely to be used for its re-badged version of the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. Its entire design and interior layout will be similar to the Ertiga. Though, a few cosmetic changes will differentiate it. The new Toyota MPV will carry a newly-designed front grille with Toyota’s signature logo. The 7-seater MPV is likely to receive minor cosmetic updates and feature the 103bhp, 1.5L Dualjet petrol engine with start-stop technology. More details here…
Toyota Innova HyCross
Toyota Innova HyCross is ready to make its global debut in November 2022, followed by its India launch in January 2023. Here, it will be sold alongside the existing Innova Crysta. In other Asian markets, the Innova HyCross will be introduced as Innova Zenix. The model will underpin Toyota’s global TNGA-C platform and measure around 100mm longer than the existing Innova Crysta. While some of its design bits will be borrowed from the current generation Innova, it will share a few styling elements with the global-spec Veloz and Corolla Cross. Powertrain setup of the Innova HyCross might include a 2.0L petrol hybrid unit featuring localized version of the new THS II (Toyota Hybrid System II). More details here…
New-Gen Toyota Fortuner
Toyota Kirloskar Motor will introduce the new-generation Fortuner SUV sometime next year. The all-new model could be built on Toyota’s TNGA-F architecture and get features such as ADAS (advanced driver assistance system), electric power steering and vehicle stability control. The new 2023 Toyota Fortuner might get diesel hybrid powertrain. It could feature a 2.8L 1GD-FTV oil burner with the mild hybrid tech and an integrated starter generator (ISZG). Rumour has it that the company might use the ’GD Hybrid’ badge for the SUV’s hybrid variant. The new Fortuner will be high on features with goodies like vehicle stability control, electric power steering and ADAS. More details here…
Honda 7-Seater SUV
According to media reports, Honda Cars India might introduce a new 6/7-seater SUV to challenge Hyundai Alcazar and Tata Safari. Though, the model is currently under consideration. The carmaker might use the global-spec new-generation Honda BR-V’s platform for the upcoming 7-seater SUV. Its powertrain system is likely to be borrowed from the new City Hybrid. More details here…
Citroen 7-Seater SUV
The upcoming Citroen 7-seater SUV was recently spotted testing that’s reported to hit showrooms sometime next year. Called the Citroen C3 Plus, the model will be based on the C3 hatchback and share most of its design elements, features, platform and engines with its younger sibling. Though, it will be longer and have an additional row of seats. Its wheelbase could be similar to the C3. For power, the new Citroen 7-seat SUV might use the same 1.2L, 3-cylinder turbo petrol that does duty in the C3. The motor, paired to a manual gearbox, delivers a claimed power of 110bhp and 190Nm of torque. More details here…
New-Gen Kia Carnival
The fourth-generation Kia Carnival might make its way to India. It’s globally unveiled model is longer, wider, taller and more spacious than the previous generation. Major cosmetic changes and feature upgrades are expected to be made. Here, the 2023 Kia Carnival might come with the existing engine – i.e. 2.2L diesel. The oil burner pushes out a peak power of 200bhp and 440Nm of torque. It’s paired to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. In global markets, the MPV is available with three engine options – a 3.5L GDi V6, a 3.5L GDi V6 Smartstream, and a new 2.2L Smartstream. More details here…
Nissan 7-Seater SUV
Nissan has been considering 7-seater version of the Magnite SUV for the Indian market. The model is likely to have the sliding system for adjusting legroom in the middle and third rows. There will be a foldable bench seat in the cargo space. Most of its components and styling bits will be sourced from the Magnite. In fact, the new Nissan 7-seater SUV could be offered with the 1.0L turbo petrol and naturally aspirated petrol engines sourced from its younger sibling. While the former makes a top power of 100bhp, the latter delivers 72bhp. More details here…
Renault Duster 7-Seater
Speculations are on rife that Renault might bring in the new-generation Duster with 7-seats configuration in India. It’s expected witness a market launch in 2024. Though, the model might make its debut towards the end of 2023. The all-new Duster is likely to share its platform with the Dacia Bigster SUV. In fact, its design could also be inspired by the Bigster concept. The SUV will underpin Groupe Renault’s new CMF-B platform that’s compatible to different body styles and powertrains including plug-in hybrid, battery electric vehicles and petrol. Under the hood, it might employ a 1.2L turbo petrol engine with a 48V hybrid system. More details here…
Skoda 7-Seater SUV
As per media reports, Skoda has been considering two new SUV for the Indian market. One of them is a 7-seater SUV, which is expected to take on the cars like Hyundai Alcazar. As of now, details of the upcoming Skoda 7-seater SUV are no available. Read more here…
